Crime doesn’t take a break, even while a town government searches for its next police chief.
The town of Leland is looking for a new law enforcement leader to replace Timothy Jayne, who was released earlier this month.
WHQR’s Jessica Ferrer reports that Lloyd Michael James, Jr. will serve as the interim chief until a permanent replacement is found.
With more than 25 years of experience, James will work to keep crime at bay while the search for a new police chief continues in Leland.
His work includes gang prevention and serving as the Chief of Police for Stoneville, North Carolina, a town near the Virginia border.
Most recently, James has worked the Brunswick County Sheriff’s office. He will be replacing the current interim chief Karl Smith, who will resume his duties as Deputy Chief.
The process is expected to take several months. In a press release, Town Manager David Hollis said that having James in the interim post will allow the time needed to find an ideal candidate.
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